For at least 9 weeks over the summer, millions of kids attend thousands of summer camps across the USA. To make sure these kids have a summer they’ll never forget, Camp America search far and wide for fun and friendly staff who will share their camp’s values and create an inclusive environment.

People cooking
Kayaks on a lake
Group toasting marshmallows around a camp fire
Person jumping with mountainous backdrop

Working at an American summer camp offers so much more than just a job - it is an incredible opportunity to make new friends, share new experiences, develop new skills and be outside, whether it be by the lake, by the pool, in the fields or in the forest – there’s adventure everywhere.

1. Dates, Costs and Funding

Programme dates: From 1st May 2025

You will be based on camp for a minimum of 9 weeks (which is a typical placement length).

You need to be available to start your placement between 1st May and 30th June.  Your programme must be completed by August 31st 2025 for funding purposes.

 

Programme fee for 9 weeks is £659 which includes:

  • return flights to the USA
  • food and accommodation on camp
  • visa sponsorship and support
  • group international accident & sickness cover
  • pocket money

 

Not included in the progamme fee:

  • visa cost
  • police check
  • medical form

Students may need to pay additional costs which are not outlined above.

 

Funding available:

Funding is available to cover the programme fee of £659 plus an additional:

  • £200 towards additional costs - for widening participation students
2. Funding 3. How to Apply 4. Timeline 5. Reasons to sign up!